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Dr. Kendal Richard, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richard, Anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Kendal Richard, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Richard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richard’s office at (210) 358-2015.

    What languages does Dr. Richard speak?

    Dr. Richard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Richard typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richard diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Richard. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Richard typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richard performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Richard. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
    • EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • ERCP for Bile/Pancreatic Stent Exchange
    • Bile duct stent replacement (ERCP)
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with stent exchange
    • Biliary stent removal and replacement
    • Pancreatic duct stent exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 43276: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal and exchange of stent(s), biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent exchanged

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings

    Does Dr. Richard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-2015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richard accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Richard in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • MedBen

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Richard's office located?

    Dr. Kendal Richard's Primary Practice

    4502 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 358-2015

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    What is Dr. Richard's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Richard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063859064.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richard

    What is Dr. Kendal Richard's specialty?

    Dr. Richard is an Anesthesiologist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Kendal Richard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richard is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, University Hospital-San Antonio, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Kendal Richard accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kendal Richard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kendal Richard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (210) 358-2015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kendal Richard?

    Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (210) 358-2015 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richard's office located?

    Dr. Richard's office is located in San Antonio, TX.